We are proud to share that San Diego Blood Bank recently shipped a cord blood unit to support a patient undergoing treatment for acute myeloid leukemia (AML) through a life-saving stem cell transplant internationally.
This effort was led by SDBB’s Innovation Development Team (IDT), with coordination and support across the organization to ensure the unit was safely prepared and delivered for transplant.
Cord blood, collected at birth, contains stem cells that can rebuild a patient’s blood and immune system. Because it can be used even without a perfect donor match, it expands access to life-saving treatment — making every unit we collect incredibly valuable.
This achievement reflects the work SDBB does, from collection and processing to storage and quality.
It’s inspiring to know that a donation collected locally can help save a life anywhere in the world.
